Scholarship Application

Thanks to the generosity of St. Edward supporters, a variety of scholarships are available.

More than 150 scholarships—made possible through the generosity of St. Edward supporters—help open doors for future Edsmen. These scholarships recognize financial need, academic excellence, leadership, service, and more. The process is easy—submit the Common Application for Scholarships once to be considered for all awards.

To be considered, Class of 2030 applicants must submit the following by November 15, 2025:

Once granted, scholarships renew annually provided recipients remain in good disciplinary standing and maintain a minimum overall GPA of 3.0.

Note: Applications are not required for Merit or Music Scholarships. These are awarded through a separate process. Click here to learn more.

ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIPS

Endowed scholarships—made possible by generous supporters—help ensure that cost is never a barrier to receiving a St. Edward education. Recipients are expected to set an example of integrity, responsibility, and school spirit. These scholarships are awarded based on the following criteria:

  • Demonstrated financial need.
  • Commitment to serving others through school, parish, or community involvement.
  • Strong record of achievement marked by curiosity, drive, and dedication to excellence in all areas of study.
  • Leadership potential shown through initiative and the ability to inspire others in athletics, clubs, student government, or service projects.

HOLY CROSS SCHOLARSHIPS

Holy Cross Scholarships recognize applicants who embody the four pillars of a St. Edward education: faith, excellence, relationships, and servant leadership. Applicants are asked to reflect on how they plan to live out these values and use them to strengthen and uplift the St. Edward community.

  • Faith: Candidates demonstrate a deep and active faith life, a commitment to growing spiritually, and a desire to live with purpose and integrity. 
  • Excellence: Candidates pursue academic excellence with curiosity and determination, striving to use their talents to the fullest. 
  • Relationships: Candidates understand the power of relationships, valuing authentic connections, building community, and embracing the brotherhood that defines the St. Edward experience.
  • Servant Leadership: Candidates lead by example—humbly, selflessly, and with a focus on serving others before themselves. 

ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIPS

The Alumni Scholarship celebrates the tradition of brotherhood shared by generations of Edsmen. Funded by alumni, they support applicants whose father, stepfather, grandfather, or step-grandfather (living or deceased) is a St. Edward graduate. Strong candidates demonstrate:

  • A genuine love for St. Edward and active contribution to a positive, spirited community.
  • A strong commitment to serving their school, parish, or broader community, with an understanding of the importance of giving back.
  • Dedication to learning, personal growth, and a willingness to take on challenges both in and outside the classroom.
  • Emerging leadership qualities, showing initiative and inspiring peers through participation in sports, clubs, student government, or other activities.